South African National Congress (ANC)

The South African National Congress (ANC) is a political party that has played a central role in South Africa's history, particularly in ending apartheid—a system of racial segregation—and advocating for equality and democracy. Founded in 1912, the ANC led efforts to resist oppression and was instrumental in establishing a multiracial democratic government in 1994. Today, it remains one of South Africa's major political parties, promoting social justice, economic development, and national unity, though it has faced challenges related to governance and corruption.